Movie spotlight
UNLOCKED
Filmed by Joss Whedon in support of Planned Parenthood. UNLOCKED highlights the vital role Planned Parenthood health centers play in the lives of millions of women in communities nationwide. The video follows three different women through critical moments in their lives—and brings to the forefront what the world would look like if attempts to shut down Planned Parenthood succeed.
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Plot Summary
A CIA interrogator is framed for a crime she didn't commit and must go on the run to clear her name. While trying to evade capture by both her own agency and a terrorist plot, she uncovers a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of government. She must race against time to stop a deadly attack on London.
Critical Reception
Unlocked received mixed to negative reviews from critics. While the action sequences and Noomi Rapace's performance were sometimes praised, many critics found the plot convoluted and predictable, with a lack of originality in its thriller elements.
What Reviewers Say
Noomi Rapace delivers a committed performance, but it's not enough to save a formulaic and convoluted thriller.
The film suffers from a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters, failing to create genuine suspense.
While some action set pieces are competent, the overall execution is uninspired and derivative of better spy thrillers.
Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a standard, albeit somewhat slow-paced, action-thriller. Some viewers appreciated the action and Rapace's efforts, but many felt the plot was predictable and lacked excitement.
Fun Fact
The film was originally titled 'The Cipher' and underwent several changes in casting and production before its release as 'Unlocked'.
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